Frequently Asked Questions
What is JIU-JITSU ?
JIU-JITSU is a Practical Effective System of Self-Defense.
JIU-JITSU is the parent of the modern Japanese martial arts. It is the art from which JUDO (Throwing & matwork), KARATE (Kicking, Punching & Blocking), and AIKIDO (Joint-Locking, Control & Holding) have all been drawn.
What is the 'approach' of BISSETT JIU-JITSU ?
BISSETT JIU-JITSU attempts to avoid confrontation if possible. If not, we will use 100% commitment, in order to stop the attack and prevent further attack, until force is no longer required.
What's the difference between JIU-JITSU and TAI-JITSU ?
While BISSETT JIU-JITSU is all about Self-Defense against street-type situations, Self-Defense in Canada is governed by the limitations of the Criminal Code. BISSETT JIU-JITSU conforms to the concepts of Self-Defense against unprovoked attack, employing 'reasonable force' in order to stop the attack and prevent further attack. TAI-JITSU Is a Military-type application, with obvious employments in both defensive and offensive roles.
Are there any BISSETT JIU-JITSU training centres (dojos) in my area ?
We have schools and affiliated training centres in a number of regions, including Kelowna , Calgary , Portage , Winnipeg , Kenora, and Kingston . If there is no BISSETT JIU-JITSU Dojo in your area, we are always happy to recommend other schools who share a high standard of technique and approach.
How Can I / my Club Book Special Training Sessions / Seminars?
Fill out the Contact Form and let us know what you would like.
How Can I Apply for Rank Review / Rank Advancement / Rank Recognition?
Let us know who you are, what you do, some of your history and what you're interested in by filling out the Grading Proposal Form on the FORMS page of this website. We regularly make contact with any number of 'former', 'ex', 'lapsed', 'inactive' or 'Ronin' Black-Belts from our system, affiliated systems, and many others as well.
What is required for an for Affiliate Shodan Black-Belt (1st Degree)?
Years ago we developed the Shodan (1st Degree) Black-Belt Proficiency Test, that clearly lays out the range of attacks and situations required for any Shodan Grading. The attacks and situations are listed, but the defenses can be whatever responses your system, style or art involves. The only requirement is that the performance standard clearly demonstrates an effective response to each situation, and an obvious level of technical expertise that is to be expected of any 1st Degree Black-Belt.
How Can I Attend the Annual Black-Belt Clinic?
Our yearly Black Belt Clinics are open to all affiliated JJ Black-Belts and provides us with a great opportunity to train, discuss and answer the concerns that are specific to Black-Belts and are often not addressed in a Black-Belt's regular training or club activities. Black-Belt Clinics also contain opportunities for Pre-Grading Assessments and Personal Goal-Plans.
How Can I / my Club become a BISSETT JIU-JITSU Affiliate?
Students, Instructors and Clubs who are without senior direction, or who wish to add a focus on Practical Effective Self-Defense, sometimes choose to become affiliates. Let us know who you are, what you do, and what your interest is by filling out the Contact Form.
